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Sleepiness by Ali paterson• Music by Deri (Gotham)

Ali Paterson / song writer
A high-energy, modern pop-rock track characterized by driving electric guitars and a powerful female vocal performance, The song features a prominent, distorted guitar riff that anchors the verses, transitioning into a lush, anthemic chorus with layered vocal harmonies and soaring melodies, The rhythm section is tight and punchy, with a crisp snare drum and a deep, melodic bassline that provides a solid foundation, Synthesizer pads add texture and atmosphere in the background, while subtle electronic percussion elements enhance the modern production feel, The tempo is upbeat at approximately 128 BPM, maintaining a consistent, driving energy throughout, The vocal delivery is emotive and dynamic, ranging from intimate, breathy verses to powerful, belted choruses with clear articulation and professional pitch correction, The mix is polished and wide, with a strong emphasis on vocal clarity and a balanced frequency spectrum, female voice

[Verse 1] 3 a.m Clock face glowing Blank white ceiling Turns into an ocean Eyes wide open Thoughts in technicolor My body begging My brain says “one more hour” [Pre-Chorus] I trace the cracks like constellations Name every ghost of my frustration I’m sinking slow in overstimulation But I still can’t fade Can’t fade [Chorus] Insomnia Paints my ceiling in electric rain Every day I’m here again Drifting Drifting Insomnia All my colors turning paper thin Light is leaking from my skin Fading Fading Day after day [Verse 2] Morning hits Mascara in a hurry Coffee kisses Heartbeat in a flurry Laughing in the sunlight But my head’s on the pillow in my mind Smiling through the half-life Of a dream I left behind [Pre-Chorus] I see my breath in elevator glass Like I’m a ghost in my own past I keep on running but the feeling lasts I still can’t fade Can’t fade [Chorus] Insomnia Paints my ceiling in electric rain Every day I’m here again Drifting Drifting Insomnia All my colors turning paper thin Light is leaking from my skin Fading Fading Day after day [Bridge] Spin me ‘round this room (woah) Cotton candy gloom I’m awake I’m asleep Both at once Too deep If I close my eyes Will I lose my sky? Ceiling stars Don’t go Hold me ‘til I finally let go [Chorus] Insomnia Paints my ceiling in electric rain Every day I’m here again Drifting Drifting Insomnia All my colors turning paper thin Light is leaking from my skin Fading Fading Day after day [Outro] Ceiling constellations Slowly blinking out If I fade a little more Will I ever figure it out?